Dr. James Zehnder

Professor

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Biography

Dr. James L. Zehnder is a board-certified physician in Internal Medicine and Hematology with extensive training and experience in both fields. He completed his residency in Internal Medicine at Stanford University, where he also served as Chief Resident. Following this, he undertook fellowship training in Hematology-Oncology at Stanford, culminating in a K08 sponsored research postdoctoral fellowship. Dr. Zehnder is the founding director of the Stanford Molecular Pathology Laboratory since 1995, and currently serves in various leadership roles, including Director of Clinical Pathology and Director of the Molecular Pathology Fellowship. His primary research interests focus on the molecular pathogenesis of acquired cytopenias and the genetic testing of inherited non-malignant hematologic disorders. Dr. Zehnder employs next-generation sequencing techniques for T and B cell clonality testing and assesses somatic mutations in cancer patients. His clinical practice emphasizes the diagnosis and treatment of thrombotic and hemostatic disorders. Through his roles, Dr. Zehnder contributes significantly to advancements in clinical pathway and laboratory medicine, actively engaging in clinical trials and research aimed at improving outcomes in hematologic diseases.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

Stanford University School of Medicine • Stanford, California

Director of Clinical Pathology, Director of Molecular Pathology Fellowship, and attending physician.

Attending Physician

— Present

Stanford Hospital • Stanford, California

Service in clinical hematology and molecular pathology.

Courses

MED 299 PATH 299 MED 280 PATH 280 MED 399 PATH 399 MED 370 PATH 370 MED 199 PATH 199

Requirements for Stanford University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:26
Reading
Required:26
Writing
Required:26
Speaking
Required:26
Total
Required:100
GRE General
Verbal
Required:160
Quantitative
Required:165
Analytical Writing
Required:4.5
Overall
Required:4.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor degree from an accredited institution Strong background in mathematics and programming
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

The Computer Science department emphasizes research potential. GRE General is currently optional but recommended for some tracks.